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Land Your Shadowing Opportunity: A Law Student's Guide
Hey future lawyers! Shadowing an attorney is an incredible way to get real-world exposure to the legal field. But how do you actually get that opportunity? Here's a step-by-step guide to help you land your shadowing gig: 1. Define Your Focus: What area of law interests you? Criminal law, corporate law, family law, public…
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Motivation Monday: Summer Job Edition☀️⛱️
With summer quickly approaching, now's the time to maximize your opportunities. Whether you're gearing up for a clerkship, internship, or research position, proactive preparation is key. Here are a few tips to get started: Review Your Materials: Refresh your resume and cover letter, tailoring them to each specific role.…
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Building a Support System in Law School
Law school can be a challenging and demanding experience, but having a strong support system can make all the difference. Here are some tips for building a support system in law school: Connect with your classmates. Your classmates are going through the same experiences as you, so it's important to connect with them and…
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Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, law students! 🎉🥳 Another year of legal battles, late-night study sessions, and endless cups of coffee awaits! ☕️📚 Let's make this year even better than the last. Here's to a year of growth, learning, and success! May your legal minds be sharp, your spirits high, and your journey through law school…
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Mastering Networking: Your Secret Weapon in Law School (and Beyond)
Networking can seem daunting, especially in the competitive world of law. But it's a crucial skill that can open doors to internships, clerkships, and job opportunities. Here's your guide to mastering networking as a law student: 1. Start Early, Start Strong: Orientation is Key: Don't be shy! Your classmates are your…
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How to Use your 2L Summer Wisely
It's the summer before your third year of law school and you are wondering what you can do now to help set yourself up for success in the future. Here are a few ways to get the most out of your 2L summer: Network: Whether you are completing an internship, judicial clerkship, or taking summer classes, make sure you use this…
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FAQ: #2 Can I sign up for bar prep before I have decided where I plan to sit for the bar exam?
Hey Students, Yes and Yes! To be more descriptive I’ll answer each here: Signing Up Before Knowing Which State - You can, and should, absolutely sign up for Kaplan even if you aren’t sure which state you’re going to take the bar in yet because Kaplan allows you to change the state you’re taking anytime, at no cost. Signing…
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Tips for Landing Internships
One question we’re often asked is, “What’s the best way to land a great internship?” The question itself shows that the student is thinking ahead and planning which is a great sign; especially because those are the main things students need to do to land a great internship. Planning Ahead - Doing research and figuring out…
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Demonstrating Your Ability to Think Like a Lawyer
What does this mean to you and more importantly; what does it mean to the board of bar examiners in your state? For one, you’ll need to be able to quickly recall the law and then apply it to the relevant facts. You'll need to use that to reach a logical conclusion which connects said law to said facts. To simply the…